Director of People and Culture

MxD; United States; Remote; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

MxD is seeking a Director of People and Culture to lead a transformational HR strategy focused on building a people-first culture for Sigma Nursing, an international nonprofit. This remote role prefers candidates from Indianapolis, offering competitive pay, growth potential, and comprehensive benefits, emphasizing work-life balance and autonomy.

Benefits

Generous PTO

HSA contributions

Retirement match

Comprehensive health coverage

Summer half-day Fridays

Fully paid end-of-year holiday break

Qualifications

• Experience in multi-state HR operations and familiarity with compliance standards.
• Proven leadership in transforming HR functions and developing strategic people strategies.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on people-first values.

Responsibilities

• Lead a full transformation of the people strategy with executive leadership.
• Manage compliance updates and employee engagement surveys.
• Design and implement innovative HR processes promoting culture and inclusion.

Skills

Culture building

Strategic thinking

Remote team engagement

Compliance knowledge

Change management

Education

HR Certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR)

Job description

Director of People and Culture

Sigma Nursing - Indianapolis, IN, United States

Director of People and CultureRemote | Preference for Indianapolis-based candidatesFull-Time | Exempt | Reports to the CEO

Transform the Employee Experience. Build a People-First Future.

Sigma Nursing, the global honor society for nursing excellence, is writing its next chapter—and people are at the heart of the story. As weprepareto launch a bold new strategic plan,we’reinvesting in culture, modernizing our infrastructure, and designing the employee experience of the future.That’swhere you come in.

As our nextDirector of People and Culture,youwon’tjust manage HR—you’lllead a full transformation of our people strategy.This is your opportunity to partner directly with the CEO and executive leadership to redesign how we engage, support, and develop our remote, high-performing team.You’llbuild trust, evolve systems, strengthen culture, and reimagine what it means to work at Sigma. With full authority to shape your function and team,you’llbringbig ideasto life and create lasting impact across a mission-driven, international nonprofit.

A Day in the Life

Every day in this role is different—andthat’sexactly how you like it. You start yourmorningreviewing insights from our recent engagement survey, drafting recommendations for executive review. Mid-morning,you’releading a strategy session with the CARE Team, reimagining how recognition and employee well-being are experienced across Sigma. Later, you join a Director Advisory Council meeting toalign ontalent development priorities, then shift gears to review compliance updates for our multi-state operations (IN, KY, CO, NC, and beyond). Whether leading a performance management overhaul, launching an RFP for an innovative EAP offering, or supporting a colleague through an ADA accommodation, you lead with clarity, empathy, and strategic insight.You’renot just buildingpolicies—you’reshaping a culture of ownership, equity, and growth.

You Would Thrive in This Role If...

• You’rea culture builder.You believe HR is more than policies—it’sabout creating spaces where people belong, grow, and thrive.

• You’rea strategist and a doer.You’reexcited to design the big picture—andyou’rejust as energized to roll up your sleeves and make it happen.

• You lead with people-first values.You see every policy, process, and program as an opportunity to care for people and advance the mission.

• You’reconfident in compliance.With experience acrossmulti-state HR operations, FMLA, ADA, and ever-evolving best practices, you ensure Sigma is always a step ahead.

• You’reagile andresolute.You can pivot quickly, manage change gracefully, and guide others through ambiguity. Youdon’tneed hand-holding—you create the path.

• You thrive in remote settings.You understand the nuances of virtual engagement and know how to foster connection across a distributed team.

• You’veled during transformation.Whether from a nonprofit,association, or purpose-driven organization, you know what it takes to evolve systems, shift culture, and lead through change.

Bonus points if you have:

• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent HR certification

• Experienceparticipatingin or leading DEI and leadership development initiatives

• Familiarity with nonprofit orassociationwork environments

• Connections to the HR community through SHRM or other professional networks

Why Sigma?

At Sigma Nursing,we’recommitted to advancing nursing excellence—and that same commitment drives how we care for our team. As our next Director of People and Culture,you’llstep into a leadership role where compliance, culture, and innovation intersect. We offer:

• Outstanding benefits– including HSA contributions, generous PTO, retirement match, and comprehensive health coverage

• A fully remote role– with a preference for Indianapolis-based candidates and flexibility that supports work-life integration

• The chance to lead transformation– partnering with executive leadership to modernize HR systems, ensure compliance across multiple states, and shape a thriving remote-first culture

• Growth potential– as a key advisor to the CEO,you’llshape organization-wide strategy and build a next-generation People function

• Work-life balanceperks– like summer half-day Fridays and a fully paid end-of-year holiday break

Additional Details:

This is afully remoteposition withoccasional in-person presencerequested—typically aligning withmonthly CEO visitsto ourIndianapolis office. Please note that this isnot an entry-level opportunity.We’reseeking aseasoned HR professionalwithseveral years of experiencewho isconfidentandenergizedbyleading asadepartment of one. If you thrive in anautonomous, strategic rolewhere you can make ameaningful, organization-wide impact,we’dlove to hear from you.

Ready to Shape the Future of Work at Sigma?

Apply today and help us build a workplace that reflects the excellence we inspire in the nursing profession.

Compensation $75,000-$85,000 Annual Salary